JOB DESCRIPTION

The Material Handling Lead is responsible for supporting overall leadership of inbound and outbound functions. This position ensures quality and productivity goals and standards are achieved.JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: * Identifies, researches and solves problems and irregularities as they arise * Drives a lift truck * Develops associates * Communicates and prepares feedback to the Assistant Manager and Manager on the performance of associates * Assists with input on support associates' performance reviews (annual and mid-year) * Maintains department quality and productivity metrics * Attends management meetings * Participates in daily activities of shipping and receiving as needed * Supports inventory management * Assures efficient operations of all parts functions, including bin maintenance and cycle counts * Dispositions non-conformances in the system, and ensures status is updated * Performs other duties as assigned

REQUIRED SKILLS: * Ability to read, write, and speak English * Ability to lead others to deliver business results * Ability to work with minimal supervision * Ability to work productively and effectively when faced with stressful situations, including maintaining effective interactions with others * Ability to work well with others in a group, cooperate with others, offer to help when needed and foster a team climate that brings out the best in team members * Ability to collaborate and build relationships with others to get the job done and deliver high performance results * Ability to generate alternative solutions when faced with a problem, and to evaluate the consequences of choosing each alternative and select the most promising * Ability to apply appropriate use of safety procedures and equipment to protect the Company and customer assets, including personal protective equipment (i.e., back belt, safety glasses) * Ability to work in a Distribution Center or Warehouse environment (non-air conditioned and limited heat) * Ability to work variable and flexible hours, including overtime * Strong leadership and mentoring skills * Effective time management skills * Proficient skill in using computer systems and standard software applications * Outstanding customer service skills * Proficient analytical and quantitative skills * Detail oriented and organizational skills * Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written) * Ability to be open to change, and effectively implement change quickly * Ability to frequently lift, carry, push, or pull up to 10 lbs.; occasionally up to 100 lbs. * Ability to frequently bend, reach outward, walk, and sit; and occasionally squat, kneel, twist, turn, climb, crawl, reach above shoulder, handle and finger objects, stand, and type using a keyboard * Ability to drive an automatic vehicle